Job shop I used to work at we had an almost steady job repairing fuel tanks on the city buses. As long as the filler neck was open not a problem, once in a while you got a smoke ring blowing out with a little puff but nothing serious, I believe they ran furnace oil as fuel. Drained out as much liqui...

It is common not to get a bottle with a welder as most bottles belong to the supplier and must be leased. Good score on the Hobart

In one way or another we all weld for beer, hamburgers and steak. Just depends how you look at your paycheck.

Very true sir. We can't all be smart donkeys.

Yes....brand new in box from Linde. All the paper work seemed to be OK.....

Here is a picture of my torch. It's a SR-17, The short cap on the left is what the supplier sold me as what was supposed to fit what came with my unit. You never know what you are going to get. The bag is what fits.

Nice job and excellent engineering of the blade guard.

I am a retired Millwright, but still manage to make a few bucks welding and fixing stuff in my home shop. My tig has never been very good as it was not required where I worked. I bought a Lincoln Square wave tig unit last year, I am very happy with it so far, no problems to report. Funny thing thoug...